Explaining the types of fat, what they do, what foods theyâre in, and whether they should be avoided. Learn more about types of fat here. Explaining the types of fat, what they do, what foods theyâre in, and whether they should be avoided.
For raw leafy vegetables, 2 cups of endive contains 3 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, while 2 cups of raw leaf lettuce has 3 grams of carbohydrates with 1 gram of fiber. There are 5 grams of carbohydrates and 1.5 grams of fiber in one medium raw tomato.
The difference between starchy and non-starchy vegetables. Starchy vegetables have more carbohydrates than their non-starchy counterparts. And the type of carbohydrate (mostly starch) in these veggies can have a significant impact on blood sugar. Some examples of starchy veggies include corn, peas, potatoes, and parsnips. Most starchy veggies contain 15 grams of carbohydrate per 1/2 cup serving, with the exception of cooked winter squash and pumpkin, which contain 15 grams of carbohydrate per one cup serving.